Italy have ‘Plan A, Plan B and Plan C’ for new head coach, says FIGC chief
Italy have a “Plan A, Plan B and Plan C” for the head coach and technical director roles that the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) is still looking to fill, claims Giovanni Malago. Malago, who was elected as the FIGC’s new…
Rashford says England must manage the occasion versus Mexico
Marcus Rashford believes England’s game management skills will be key when they face World Cup co-hosts Mexico in a blockbuster last-16 tie on Sunday. After Harry Kane’s brace averted a possible upset against DR Congo in the last 32, the…
‘I’m not sure I’m worth that!’ – Rogers questions reported £130m Villa price tag
Morgan Rogers has questioned the £130m price tag Aston Villa have reportedly placed on him amid interest from Arsenal, quipping: “I’m not sure I’m worth all that!” Rogers helped Villa win the Europa League in 2025-26, with a 3-0 final…
Deschamps says France can still become more cohesive ahead of Paraguay tie
Didier Deschamps believes France can still find new solutions to make the group behind their star-studded attack even more cohesive, ahead of facing Paraguay. France are the favourites to secure a third World Cup crown ahead of their last-16 meeting…
‘Recharged’ Klopp ready for coaching return with Germany
Jurgen Klopp declared he is “recharged” and ready to return to the dugout as he confirmed he will hold talks over becoming Germany’s new head coach imminently. Germany are looking for a new boss following Julian Nagelsmann’s resignation on Thursday,…
Fenerbahce confirm agreement to sign Man City’s Ake
Fenerbahce have announced an agreement is in place for them to sign Nathan Ake from Manchester City, in a deal reportedly worth around £7m. Ake joined City for £41m from Bournemouth in 2020 and has won 12 trophies during his…
‘It would have been crazy to lose’ – Scaloni relieved as Argentina survive huge Cape Verde scare
The almighty scare suffered by Argentina in their thrilling last-32 tie against Cape Verde proves there are no easy opponents at the World Cup, believes Lionel Scaloni. The world champions were at risk of being on the receiving end of…
Salah: Egypt made history with World Cup shoot-out triumph
Mohamed Salah said he and his Egypt team-mates had made history by beating Australia in a penalty shoot-out to book their spot in the last 16 of the World Cup. The teams played out a 1-1 draw after extra time…
Postecoglou named head coach of Pro League champions Al-Nassr
Ange Postecoglou has been announced as Al-Nassr’s new head coach. Jorge Jesus left his post at Al-Nassr, who are led by Cristiano Ronaldo, at the end of the 2025-26 season, despite leading them to the Saudi Pro League title for…
Onana returns to Trabzonspor on loan for second season
Andre Onana is heading back to Trabzonspor on loan from Manchester United for a second consecutive season. Onana first joined the Turkish side in September last year for a season-long loan and has now returned for the 2026-27 campaign. There…